Hector Island facts for kids
 Hector Island
Location in Nunavut
Hector Island
Location in Canada
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Hudson Strait |
| Coordinates | 63°38′59″N 072°2′00″W / 63.64972°N 72.03333°W |
| Archipelago | Canadian Arctic Archipelago |
| Area | 16 km2 (6.2 sq mi) |
| Administration | |
| Nunavut | Nunavut |
| Region | Qikiqtaaluk |
| Demographics | |
| Population | Uninhabited |
Hector Island is a small island in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. It is located in the Hudson Strait, which is a large body of water in northern Canada. This island is part of Nunavut, Canada's largest and northernmost territory.
Hector Island is considered an offshore island of Baffin Island. Baffin Island is one of the largest islands in the world. Hector Island is specifically located within the Qikiqtaaluk Region of Nunavut.
Where is Hector Island?
Hector Island is found in a very remote part of Canada. It sits in the Hudson Strait, which connects Hudson Bay with the Atlantic Ocean. This strait is known for its cold waters and often icy conditions.
The closest human settlement to Hector Island is Amadjuak. Amadjuak is an Inuit community. It is located about 44.5 kilometers (27.7 miles) north of Hector Island.
An Uninhabited Island
Hector Island is an uninhabited island. This means that no people live there permanently. Many islands in the Canadian Arctic are uninhabited due to the harsh climate and remote location.
The island covers an area of about 16 square kilometers (6.2 square miles). This makes it a relatively small island.
